Error Code 5C
The dishwasher can't drain the water out
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 5C (or no display)
What This Means
Foreign object entered the drain pump causing it to be stuck; Drain pump motor is defective; Main PBA drain relay defective; Inverter PBA defective; Drain hose blocked or kinked
What actually causes this:
Food debris or a foreign object is clogging the drain hose or the pump, preventing water from draining
First Thing to Check
Check and clean the filter at the bottom of the dishwasher tub — it's likely clogged with food particles
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check for foreign material in the drain hose — remove any blockage
- 2
2. Check drain pump for foreign objects causing it to be stuck
- 3
3. Check and reconnect drain pump connector
- 4
4. Measure drain pump coil resistance (disconnect first) — normal: approximately 25 ohm
- 5
5. Check drain pump relay voltage — 120V while operating
- 6
6. If drain pump tests normal, check Inverter PBA
- 7
7. If all components test normal, replace Main PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung DW80R5061U Series Dishwashers (2020) (2020–present)
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